The Padres’ 2018 non-roster invitees

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Eight of the Padres’ top-14 prospects, as assessed by MLB.com, are among the 24 non-roster invitees to spring training. The list includes 15 players developed in their own farm system. Click through for introductions.

Eight of the Padres’ top-14 prospects, as assessed by MLB.com, are among the 24 non-roster invitees to spring training. The list includes 15 players developed in their own farm system. Click through for introductions. (K.C. Alfred / San Diego Union-Tribune)

The 27-year-old Dominican signed a minor league deal after posting a 3.16 ERA last year in relief in the Pacific Coast League. He has big league time with the Red Sox and Mariners.

The 27-year-old Dominican signed a minor league deal after posting a 3.16 ERA last year in relief in the Pacific Coast League. He has big league time with the Red Sox and Mariners. (Charlie Riedel / AP)